Overwatch: server times and everything you need to know for launch

Servers for Overwatch will go live on May 23 in the Americas and on May 24 in various other regions. To help quell any confusion, we have the launch timings posted below.

Overwatch: server times and everything you need to know for launch

Similar to the Open Beta, the game will launch in all regions at the same time globally.

Those who pre-ordered the physical version at GameStop can pick their copy up as soon as the store opens on May 23. Hopefully, those who ordered a physical edition from an online store will get it delivered on the same day.

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Overwatch can be pre-downloaded on PC no later than Friday, May 20. The Battle.net desktop app on PC should automatically begin the download process once the update is available.

Those playing on Xbox One will need to make sure their console has Instant-On power mode enabled. This version is already available for pre-download.

PC Specs and supported Video Cards

Installation Instructions

Since every platform is different, Blizzard has provided separate instructions on how to install the game on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Digital and physical format instructions for each platform are outlined below.

Windows PC

Step 1: Download and install the Battle.net desktop app, if you haven’t already, and launch it.

Step 2: Create a FREE Battle.net account, or log in with an existing account.

Step 4: Once installed, select the Overwatch icon and select “Launch” to begin.

The Overwatch public beta pulled in 9.7 million players across all platforms which is more that either Destiny or The Division. This means there will be more than plenty of folks to play with when it lauches.

The 6v6 shooter comes with 21 heroes and each have their own unique weapons, personalities and playstyles providing users with an array of choices. If you didn’t play the beta, read up on what Paul Davies thought of it. Apparently, Overwatch is “easy to pick up, hard to put down; simple to learn, much harder to master.”